It is time that all schools begin to implement programs that provide access to mental health services for students. Mental health is an essential part of our daily lives and without proper access to mental health care, many are impacted by this in our society. Individuals who do not have health care, primarily low-income families,Continue reading “Advocating for Mental Health Services in Schools”
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Traumatic Events Impact Mental Health
Mental health is a part of everybody’s lives, and it is something that requires attention, just as much as our physical health does. Currently, in the world there is a pandemic going on that has forced schools to transition into virtual learning which has affected the learning of students. Mass school shootings have also impactedContinue reading “Traumatic Events Impact Mental Health”
Importance of Bill H.R. 5469
The last action of the bill H.R. 5469 was on December 17, 2019, when it was referred to the House of Committee on Energy and Commerce. The problem that this bill is trying to address is mental health issues for youth in schools especially youth of color. This bill aims for mental health programs toContinue reading “Importance of Bill H.R. 5469”
Statistics on Youth Mental Health in Schools
Currently, the bill H.R. 5469, remains in the same position; the last action was on December 17, 2019 when the bill was referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. This bill addresses three main topics; they are categorized as Title I – Mental Health of Students, Title II – Health Equity and Accountability,Continue reading “Statistics on Youth Mental Health in Schools”
Mental Health in Youth of Color
I have chosen to focus on the issue of mental health care access in schools for children and adolescents. I chose the bill H.R. 5469, To address mental health issues for youth, particularly youth of color, and other purposes. The reason I chose this bill is that at the moment I am placed at anContinue reading “Mental Health in Youth of Color”
My First Blog Post
Be yourself; Everyone else is already taken. — Oscar Wilde. This is the first post on my new blog. I’m just getting this new blog going, so stay tuned for more. Subscribe below to get notified when I post new updates.
Introduce Yourself (Example Post)
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